The course begins with an overview of the distribution system and its basic equipment. Next, the planning process is explored, step-by-step, emphasizing the importance of each step in achieving the desired outcome. An in-depth view of engineering economics is included to assure cost-effectiveness of the capital-intensive infrastructure. Since the planning process is necessitated due to changes in load, the process of performing and interpreting load forecasts is investigated.
COURSE OBJECTIVES
By the end of the course, participants should be able to:
Specify optimum distribution system topologies and equipment
Conduct comprehensive planning studies
Perform the calculations necessary to economically justify system improvement projects
Implement and interpret load forecasts for distribution system studies
Quantify reliability and assess progress toward achieving reliability goals
DURATION
5 Days
WHO SHOULD ATTEND
This training course is designed for utility or consulting engineers and technicians involved in the planning and/or design of distribution facilities. If you are beginning a career in this area, this training course will be of great benefit to you. Prerequisite knowledge necessary to succeed in this course includes a basic familiarity with utility power distribution.
This training course is suitable to a wide range of professionals but will greatly benefit:
Engineers and technicians new to the electric utility industry
Intermediate-level engineers and technicians responsible for utility distribution planning and design
Professionals involved with improving distribution system reliability
Utility engineers and consultants who conduct load forecasts and studies
Engineers tasked with assessing the performance of power distribution systems
COURSE CONTENT
Day One: System and Equipment Overview
System Objectives and Hierarchy
System Topologies and Service Areas
True System Costs
Substation Equipment
Feeder Equipment
The Need to Automate
Day Two: The Planning Process
Evaluation Methods and Criteria
Sensitivity Analysis
Planning Horizons
Planning Methods
Four-Step Process
Lead Times
Day Three: Engineering Economics
Time Value of Money
Cash Flow Constraints
Cost of Losses
Cost-Benefit Analysis
Asset Management
Reliability Centered Maintenance
Day Four: Load Forecasting
Objectives of Small-Area Load Forecasting
Informal Methods
Simple Trending
Sophisticated Trending
Simulation Methods
Putting it All Together
Day Five: Reliability Assessment
Definitions of Industry-Standard Reliability Terms
Reliability Indices
Relationship between System Protection and Reliability
Effects of Design and Operation on Reliability
Intelligent System Components
Reliability Improvement due to Automation
GENERAL NOTES
This course is delivered by our seasoned trainers who have vast experience as expert professionals in the respective fields of practice. The course is taught through a mix of practical activities, theory, group works and case studies.
Training manuals and additional reference materials are provided to the participants.
Upon successful completion of this course, participants will be issued with a certificate.
We can also do this as tailor-made course to meet organization-wide needs. Contact us to find out more: gro.ycnatlusnoceuqirfa-atad@gniniart
The training will be conducted at DATA-AFRIQUE TRAINING CENTRE, NAIROBI KENYA.
The training fee covers tuition fees, training materials, lunch and training venue. Accommodation and airport transfer are arranged for our participants upon request.
Payment should be sent to our bank account before start of training and proof of payment sent to: gro.ycnatlusnoceuqirfa-atad@gniniart
Date: 03 February 2020
to 07 February 2020
Time: 08:00 - 17:00
Venue: DATA-AFRIQUE TRAINING CENTRE, NAIROBI KENYA., Nairobi
Cost: Course fee: KSH 70,000, USD 1,000